Palkhedi - Narsinghgarh, Rajgarh
Palkhedi is a village situated in the Narsinghgarh tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narsinghgarh and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Palkhedi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palkhedi is 480271. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.97 hectares and falls under the 465667 pincode. Narsinghgarh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Palkhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narsinghgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palkhedi
As per Census 2011, Palkhedi village has a total population of 416 people, consisting of 224 males and 192 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 232 literate and 184 illiterate residents. Additionally, 118 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palkhedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 416 | 224 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 64 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 232 | 154 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 70 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Palkhedi
Palkhedi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Palkhedi
Palkhedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narsinghgarh to Palkhedi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Palkhedi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palkhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palkhedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palkhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palkhedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palkhedi
Where is Palkhedi located?
Palkhedi village is located in Narsinghgarh Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palkhedi?
Palkhedi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palkhedi?
The pincode of Palkhedi is 465667.
What is the population of Palkhedi?
Palkhedi has a total population of 416, including 224 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Palkhedi?
There are 90 households in Palkhedi.
What is the literacy rate in Palkhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palkhedi is 55.77%. Male literacy is 68.75% and female literacy is 40.63%.